What is the Energy Data eXchange?
The Energy Data eXchange (EDX) was developed and is maintained by NETL-ORD
as an online system to support internal coordination and collaboration
as well as timely tech transfer of data-driven products across NETL's
research portfolios, see "about NETL" for more information.
EDX coordinates historical and current data and information from a wide
variety of sources to facilitate access to research that crosscuts
multiple NETL projects/programs.
EDX provides external access to technical products and data published by NETL-affiliated research teams.
NETL-affiliated researchers can use EDX's Collaborative Workspaces to
coordinate and share work with a variety of organizations and
institutions in a secure environment.
Why was EDX created?
NETL recognized a need to improve coordination and reliable access to
information and research products for our own research teams and amongst
our collaborators, as well as improve dissemination (tech transfer) of
research-driven products. By improving the efficiency of data access and
data sharing, EDX facilitates a more rapid and comprehensive
utilization of key data needs that crosscut multiple projects/program
areas (CO2 storage, unconventional and conventional
hydrocarbon systems, natural gas hydrates, etc.). In addition, EDX
provides a cross-cutting system to ensure lasting access to research
data and products for future use by NETL and our partners.
Who uses EDX?
Primary users of EDX are NETL (NETL-affiliated research teams, both
in-house and program-related) and non-NETL Fossil Energy researchers
actively engaged in work relevant to a broad spectrum of energy and
environmental research and development programs. EDX provides this
access to evaluate and predict what happens in engineered and natural
systems, while helping accelerate further research.